Family Liaison Officer (Safeguarding & Attendance)

Do you have experience of, and enthusiasm for, supporting pupil’s safety and wellbeing to overcome barriers to learning? Are you looking to join a highly committed and enthusiastic staff team at our supportive, dynamic and vibrant school?

This varied role is ideal for anyone hoping to make a positive impact on the lives of children by joining our safeguarding team. You will be actively engaged in supporting the safeguarding and wellbeing of our children and will take a key role in ensuring our culture of the highest levels of safeguarding is embedded throughout the school. If you have the skills and experience to build constructive relationships and work proactively with children and families to improve outcomes, this opportunity could be perfect for you. The successful applicant will join a talented and hardworking staff team, supported by a Head of School and Governors who are committed to fostering a culture of team-work, collaboration and professional growth. Energy, optimism and enthusiasm are essential in order to share our passion for ‘growing brighter futures’.

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead) as a DDSL (Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead) to ensure the highest standard of safeguarding and care are given to our students.
• Have a secure understanding about safeguarding and an up to date knowledge of KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education)
• Have experience of supporting children to improve school attendance.
• Be able to coach, mentor and motivate families to understand the benefits of relevant activities
• Have the ability to to work in collaboration with external agencies and professionals
• Have excellent organisational and administrative skills and able to prioritise effectively
• Have experience of maintaining accurate and up-to-date administration, reports and caseload records
• Be able to work as part of a team to identify and plan the support needed to address issues and prevent problems from escalating.
• Be up-to-date on your knowledge of local service provision for appropriate signposting and referrals.
• Be good at establishing positive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents and families
• Be a great communicator with good interpersonal skills